Rising Christian rock band Hyland has appealed for help in keeping its show on the road after the theft of equipment on the eve of a major tour.

The four-piece from Elk River, Minn., had its trailer containing all its instruments and gear stolen from the parking lot of the band members' church, The Crossing. With a single, “This Love Is Free,” getting airplay in radio and a debut album out in May, the group is due to start a monthlong tour with Fireflight soon.

Since the theft was featured in a local FOX News TV report, the band has received $5,000 in donations towards the $20,000 loss. “Hyland has never before asked for money. Ever,” said singer Jon Lewis. “Rarely do we even ask for favors. We are not that kind of band.

“We believe in earning our keep, working hard and paying it forward, but this is different. We can’t just get on the road and make this back. We don’t have anything to sell.”

Tooth & Nail Records is due to release Hyland’s Weights & Measures on May 3.

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